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Horticulture Industry Unites to Urge VAT Removal on Sunscreen for Outdoor Workers

A coalition of leading horticulture and landscape industry organisations has today announced the submission of a joint letter to the UK Government, calling for the removal of VAT on SPF 30+ sunscreen. The letter follows a revealing survey by the Chartered Institute of...

Ofqual launches consultation on its approach to regulating apprenticeship assessments

Ofqual has launched a public consultation seeking views on its proposed approach to regulating apprenticeship assessments, including those for foundation apprenticeship assessments. The consultation, titled “Regulatory framework for apprenticeship assessment”, invites...

HortWeek Skin Cancer Podcast

Skin cancer is a real risk for outdoor workers. A recent CIH survey revealed that 1 in 8 horticulturists have been diagnosed with some form of skin cancer. To raise awareness and push for change, HortWeek brought together voices from across the...

Pots & Trowels Skin Care Podcast

This week’s Pots and Trowel's podcast highlights the potential risks of working in the elements, as host Martin speaks with four fellow horticulturists who have been affected by conditions such as skin cancer. A consultant dermatologist also joins the discussion to...

Roots and All Podcast – Sun Safety for Gardeners

CEO of Melanoma Focus, Susanna Daniels, is joined by horticulturists Rachel Reynolds, Paul Kimberley and Jenny Warner as they speak to the Roots and All podcasters on all things surrounding Sun Safety for Gardeners and their personal experiences with skin cancer. As...

Consultation on Improving the implementation of biodiversity net gain for brownfield development

DEFRA have opened a consultation on Improving the implementation of biodiversity net gain for minor, medium and brownfield development. This consultation includes options around extending exemptions, simplifying the small sites metric and increasing ease of access to...

Consultation on Biodiversity net gain for nationally significant infrastructure (England)

DEFRA have opened a consultation on Biodiversity net gain for nationally significant infrastructure projects in England.  The government is proposing introducing BNG for nationally significant infrastructure projects from May 2026 to provide a clear framework for...
HortWeek Skin Cancer Podcast

HortWeek Skin Cancer Podcast

Skin cancer is a real risk for outdoor workers. A recent CIH survey revealed that 1 in 8 horticulturists have been diagnosed with some form of skin cancer. To raise awareness and push for change, HortWeek brought together voices from across the...

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Pots & Trowels Skin Care Podcast

Pots & Trowels Skin Care Podcast

This week’s Pots and Trowel's podcast highlights the potential risks of working in the elements, as host Martin speaks with four fellow horticulturists who have been affected by conditions such as skin cancer. A consultant dermatologist also joins the discussion to...

read more
Roots and All Podcast – Sun Safety for Gardeners

Roots and All Podcast – Sun Safety for Gardeners

CEO of Melanoma Focus, Susanna Daniels, is joined by horticulturists Rachel Reynolds, Paul Kimberley and Jenny Warner as they speak to the Roots and All podcasters on all things surrounding Sun Safety for Gardeners and their personal experiences with skin cancer. As...

read more

Upcoming Events

South West Branch Meeting (Online)
14 July 2025

South West Branch Meeting (Online)

The next South West Branch meeting will be take place online via Zoom on...

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Eastern Branch Visit - Bardney Manor Walled Garden
16 August 2025

Eastern Branch Visit - Bardney Manor Walled Garden

SAVE THE DATE The Eastern Branch will be visiting Bardney Manor Walled Garden, Lincolnshire...

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